The Gilchrist Blog
The goal of our blog is to provide you with comprehensive and inspiring information about issues that are important to our continuum of care. We also share the latest news about Gilchrist, highlight our work in the community, promote upcoming events, provide program-specific information and offer ways you can help – either by volunteering or fundraising.
A Devoted Life Together—And a Peaceful Goodbye with Gilchrist
A Childhood Friendship That Grew into a Lifelong Love Jack “John” O’Neill and Susan O’Neill Santoni’s love story began long before careers, children, or retirement....
Honoring Service, Celebrating Life: WWII Navy Veteran Jack Anderson
At Gilchrist, we believe that honoring those who served our country is one of the most meaningful ways we can support our patients and families....
The Power of Music: How Gilchrist’s Music Therapy Program Brought Joy to Anna Manko
At 100 years old, Anna Manko still had rhythm in her soul and a twinkle in her eye—especially when music filled the room. A lifelong...
What Does a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Hospice Care Aide Do at Gilchrist?
At Gilchrist, our mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to people with serious illness—wherever they call home. One of the most vital roles in...
A Warrior in Every Way: Honoring Jordan Reid-el and the Power of Advocacy
How Gilchrist Kids, one devoted mother, and a city came together to celebrate a young girl’s strength Born with CMV, Fighting with Grace At just...
How the Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute Provides Seamless Hospice Care
When facing a serious illness, access to compassionate, high-quality hospice care can make all the difference. That’s why Luminis Health and Gilchrist have joined forces...
Faith, Family, and Tea: Honoring Mattie Ann Jenkins with Gilchrist by Her Side
At Gilchrist, we are honored to walk alongside families during life’s most sacred moments. For the family of Mattie Ann Jenkins, that journey was one...
Hospice Care Around the World: How Other Cultures Approach End-of-Life Care — Gilchrist and Nkoaranga Palliative Care
At Gilchrist, we know that the need for compassionate, quality hospice care knows no borders. Since 2009, Gilchrist has proudly partnered with Nkoaranga Palliative Care...
Honoring Veterans on Memorial Day: A Tribute to Service at Gilchrist
Memorial Day offers a special opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by so many in service to our country. At Gilchrist, we not only...
Surrounded by Love: Arlen’s Journey with Gilchrist Kids
Finding Compassionate Care When Elizabeth Delcarmen Urbina Reyes first heard the word “hospice,” introduced by a doctor at Johns Hopkins, she didn’t know what to...